<h1>Two-day online auction of 19th-20th century decorative arts raises provenance, authenticity, export, liability, and cross-border tax concerns</h1> An online auction house will hold a two-day sale of 19th-20th century decorative arts offering international lots including ceramics, silver, clocks, chandeliers, and a high-value tea service reportedly gifted by a foreign crown. Estimated prices are listed for many items. Legal considerations include provenance and authenticity verification, potential cultural-property or export restrictions, warranty and liability for misdescription, auction sale terms, and tax or customs obligations for cross-border buyers. A press-release disclaimer states the distributor assumes no editorial responsibility.